How Community Led to Buying Land Overseas with O'Licia Parker-Smith

The Open House Podcast: Where Women Talk Real Estate

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In this episode of the Open House Podcast, host Kristina Modares interviews O'Licia Parker-Smith, who shares her inspiring journey from house hacking her first property to purchasing land in Ghana. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of navigating the real estate landscape, particularly for women, and emphasizes the value of collaboration and mentorship in achieving success. O'Licia, discusses the challenges and learning opportunities that come with investing internationally and emphasizes the value of collaboration and support among women in the industry.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to O'Licia's Journey
03:09 Building a Supportive Community for Women in Real Estate
04:32 O'Licia's Background and Move to Texas
05:50 First Property Purchase: The Sneaky Duplex
11:39 Creative Financing and Family Support
17:29 Managing Tenants and Property Management Insights
23:49 Transitioning from Homeowner to Investor
24:59 Building Confidence as a Landlord
25:52 Exploring New Opportunities in Real Estate
27:02 Investing in Ghana: A Unique Experience
30:30 Navigating International Real Estate Transactions
34:08 Long-Term Plans for the Ghanaian Land
39:32 Overcoming Fear in Real Estate Investments
46:07 The Importance of Community in Real Estate
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